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Visit the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore at your convenience according to the opening hours without waiting in line, with our flexible and priority skip-the-line and open-time ticket which includes the special access to the Upper Areas of the Basilica.
While you may be asked to select a specific time slot during booking, you are free to visit the Basilica at any time on your chosen date — before or after the chosen time during reservation, or whenever it suits you during the day!
*PLEASE SEE BELOW THE BASILICA OPENING HOURS*
Opening hours
°°° Monday - Saturday :
08:00 AM - 06:30 PM
°°°Sunday :
12:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Please note:
**On SUNDAYS, the upper area will be open from 12:30 p.m.
The Basilica will be open in the morning for the Holy Mass, and access during the service is free and open to all.
After the Mass, you are welcome to visit the UPPER AREA from 12:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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Discover the Hidden Treasures of Santa Maria Maggiore's Upper Areas. Step into one of Rome’s most revered basilicas and be captivated by its extraordinary beauty. From the Loggia of Blessings, admire the stunning medieval mosaics by Filippo Rusuti and enjoy panoramic views of the historic square below, rich in stories of the Basilica's miraculous foundation. Walk through the splendid Hall of the Popes, a gallery showcasing portraits and memorabilia linked to Popes, Cardinals, and the Spanish monarchy. Then, ascend the graceful Bernini Staircase, a travertine spiral symbolizing spiritual ascent. Finish your visit at the Liberian Historical Museum, where priceless artworks, rare musical manuscripts, and sacred artifacts tell the Basilica’s rich cultural and spiritual history. A fascinating journey through art, history, and faith, to explore at your own pace. With priority access to the Papal Basilica, enjoy the flexibility of visiting at any time during the day.
Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- *PLEASE SEE BELOW THE BASILICA OPENING HOURS*
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- *PLEASE SEE BELOW THE BASILICA OPENING HOURS*
- °°° Monday - Saturday : 08:00 AM - 06:30 PM °°°Sunday : 12:30 PM - 05:30 PM
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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